Plastination of nervous tissue has become a very important tool in teaching
neuroanatomy. Also, plastinated nervous specimens can be used to study the anatomical
relations in clinics right before surgical operations.
The aim of using plastinated models is to increase knowledge, understanding as well
as imagination of students about the complex anatomical parts of the central nervous system.
The plastinated anatomical teaching model of Medulla spinalis, Plexus brachialis, Plexus
lumbosacralis and Cauda equina of goat displays a clear morphology that corresponds
qualitatively to the actual cadaver specimens.
Apparently healthy four goats (ten months age) from native breed were used. Goats
were subjected to silicone S10 plastination technique. Prior to plastination, the goat was
prepared by injected via I/V by Xylazine Hcl (0.01mg/kg), cutting Arteria carotis communis
for complete bleeding, and injected via the latter artery with 10% formalized solution then
immersed in the same solution for at least four weeks. Medulla spinalis and attached
peripheral nerves, Plexus brachialis, Plexus lumbosacral and Cauda equina were dissected.
The purpose of this paper is to enhance the teaching of the neuroanatomy of the goat
in our department. Particularly, Medulla spinalis, Nervi cervicales, Plexus brachialis, Nervi
thoracici, Plexus lumbosacralis and Cauda equina were selected as learning models in special
unit in the department and provide a plastinated model to study the anatomy of this system.
Understanding of the astudents but also for veterinary doctors while undertaking surgery on that plexuses and nerves.anatomy of the nervous system is important not only for veterinary